The book ""The Story Of The Nations: Portugal"" by H. Morse Stephens is a comprehensive historical account of the country of Portugal. It covers the period from the earliest known settlements in the region to the end of the 19th century. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a specific period in Portuguese history.The author begins by describing the early inhabitants of Portugal and their interactions with the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans. He then covers the rise of the Visigoths and Moors, ...
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The book ""The Story Of The Nations: Portugal"" by H. Morse Stephens is a comprehensive historical account of the country of Portugal. It covers the period from the earliest known settlements in the region to the end of the 19th century. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a specific period in Portuguese history.The author begins by describing the early inhabitants of Portugal and their interactions with the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans. He then covers the rise of the Visigoths and Moors, and the eventual establishment of the Portuguese monarchy in the 12th century.The book goes on to explore Portugal's role in the Age of Discovery, including the voyages of Vasco da Gama and the establishment of Portuguese colonies in Africa, India, and Brazil. The author also discusses the country's involvement in the Napoleonic Wars and its struggles with political instability and economic hardship in the 19th century.Throughout the book, Stephens provides detailed accounts of key events, political figures, and cultural developments that shaped Portugal's history. He also includes illustrations, maps, and other visual aids to help readers better understand the country's geography and historical context.Overall, ""The Story Of The Nations: Portugal"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating country. It provides a comprehensive overview of Portugal's past and sheds light on the factors that have shaped its culture, politics, and society over the centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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